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Pencil pleat on pole – Take your measurement from the bottom eye of the curtain ring to where your curtains will sit. Eyelet/ring top//tab top ?measure from the top of the pole to where you want your curtains to end. Track – measure from the very top of the track to where you want your curtains to end.
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How do you measure a window for curtains?
Measure your window from the top of the windowsill to the bottom. Then, add any additional measurements based on rod placement for a rough window length. Later, you’ll need to tweak this measurement as you determine curtain type. For example, say the length of the window is 40 inches (100 cm).
How to choose the right length for curtains?
The length you choose for your curtains will ultimately depend on your hanging method and desired look. Place the measuring tape at the top of the window frame or in the top inside corner and measure down to your desired length.
What size curtain rod do I need for a 30 inch window?
After you measure the width of the window, add 3 inches (7.6 cm) to both sides. This will give you a general sense of the length of the rod you need if you’re keeping it just above the curtains, which is the most common style. For example, say your window’s width was 30 inches (76 cm). Add 6 inches (15 cm) to get the rod size of 36 inches (91 cm).
How do I know what size rod pocket curtains to buy?
All sizes are stated WIDTH (left to right) by LENGTH (top to bottom) The width of rod pocket curtains is stated as the flat out width. You would never use the curtain flat out so keep in mind that a 60 wide panel will not look good if you try to cover a 60 window with it.